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This award was initiated in recognition of Jeff Black's life in science and his contributions to SETAC. The SETAC/EA Jeff Black Fellowship Award provides $2,000 to a Master's-level student. Annually, EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC (EA) contributes $1,000 to the award, which is matched by the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry.

SETAC members worldwide are eligible for this award. Applicant must be a current SETAC member and a Master's student in any field of study encompassed by SETAC, or an entering Master's student. (Please provide letter of acceptance from your advisor.)

Application Instructions:

The application packet must contain all the materials requested below.

Cover page containing title of award, name and mailing address of applicant.

A statement of interest in your field of study (including research interests, if formulated) [3 page maximum].

Transcripts of all completed undergraduate course work.

Three letters of recommendation.

A letter from your Master's program advisor (could be one of the three above).

A curriculum vitae (résumé) of the applicant.

One Master's degree research proposal.

One high resolution photo.

Selection of Awardee:

The SETAC Awards and Fellowships Subcommittee for Research Awards will evaluate all proposals by using a standardized score sheet. The recipient will be announced at the SETAC North America 37th Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida, 6-10 November 2016.

To Submit:

ALL applications must be submitted electronically to Laura Swanson at the SETAC North America Office. Completed application must arrive by 1 June 2016.